What does the flashing key sign on the dashboard of my car mean?
What does the flashing key sign on the dashboard of my car mean?
solid or flashing. The dashboard light flashes a red key sign when the car is off and the doors are unlocked, while a solid red key illuminates if the car is off with the doors locked. A flashing green key sign appears if the battery in the key needs to be replaced. After replacing the battery, a simple relearn procedure must be performed.
Why is the key lock symbol flashing and why does it not start?
When you are starting the car look at the alarm led (above the fuel cap release) if it is flashing and the car does not start the imobiliser is cutting in. One thing I have learnt over the years is Alfa hate less than 12Volts!
What does the flashing light on my car mean?
by Derek Wray. The flashing key — or sometimes a car outline with a key inside of it — is the security indicator light. This light flashes when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position.
What does the flashing key mean on a Nissan Altima?
The flashing key — or sometimes a car outline with a key inside of it — is the security indicator light. This light flashes when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position. The blinking security indicator light indicates that the security system (s) equipped on the vehicle are operational.
When is the key / truck light is flashing on the dashboard?
. “THIS TRUCK WILL SELF-DESTRUCT IN 5 SECONDS!” The flashing red key means that the engine is disabled the chip in the key turns off the blinking light when inserted . This is a security feature The flashing red key means that the engine is disabled the chip in the key turns off the blinking light when inserted .
Why does my car light flash when I put in the key?
All this is indicating is that the immobilizer is working. If the light flashes really quickly when you insert a key that means that the car is rejecting the ID code of your key. That just means that the key isn’t programmed into the ECU for the car, and the car won’t let you start it with that key.
What does the flashing red key on the dashboard mean?
The flashing red key means that the engine is disabled the chip in the key turns off the blinking light when inserted. This is a security feature
What’s the flashing red lock light in my Ford?
Ford Mechanic: Randall C, ASE MasterTechnician replied 3 years ago Ok, I too own a Mazda Tribute, same vehicle. That light is the antitheft light, By design it is to be blinking with key off and parked, This is to be a visual deterence for anyone trying to steal the SUV, That light starts blinking after you turn engine off and remove the key.
